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The sum of three consecutive numbers is 54. What are the three numbers. Define the variable. Write the equation. Solve the equation.

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Answer:

17, 18, 19

Explanation:

x + x + 1 + x + 2 = 54

3x + 3 = 54

3x = 51

x = 17


x_(n) ∈ {17, 18, 19}

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